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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of MSC/ASC Seafood Certification and relevant regulations, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Capable of leading teams, managing global operations, and developing commercial strategies to support growth in key markets.
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MSC/ASC Seafood CertificationTeam LeadershipCommercial Strategy DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceAudit Experience
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Hard Skills
Certification Body ExperienceFood Safety KnowledgeQuality Systems UnderstandingAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsKPI DevelopmentAccreditation ManagementMultisite Audit ProposalsISO 17065 ComplianceDigital Mindset
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailMultitasking AbilityRelationship Management
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft 365Copilot 365Regulatory Intelligence PlatformsDecision-Support Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Lead Auditor Qualification
Industry Keywords
AquacultureFood AssuranceGlobal OperationsStakeholder CommunicationMarket Trends
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Ensure the MSC/ASC Chain of Custody and ASC Farm certification services are successful and viable long term
- Manage global operation of the certification schemes and meet expectations of affiliates, clients, scheme owners and accreditation bodies
- Ensure global internal and external KPIs, approvals and accreditations are maintained
- Provide commercial strategy and go-to-market guidance for affiliates to support growth in key countries and regions
- Track competitors, research market trends and improve the global MSC/ASC growth strategy
- Manage the Global MSC/ASC team across multiple locations
- Maintain knowledge of SGS IT systems, procedures and external approval criteria
- Conduct audit report reviews and manage technical review and certification decision processes
- Develop and monitor KPIs to support decision-making and continuous improvement
- Manage accreditation adherence and launch new schemes and revisions
- Manage department costs and expenses to support P&L targets
- Conduct performance appraisals and lead recruitment as needed
- Serve as the global MSC/ASC technical expert and communicate with stakeholders across the network
- Maintain required accreditations and current knowledge of regulatory evolution
- Develop relationships with MSC/ASC Scheme technical management and senior leadership
- Collaborate with Product Managers for globally managed food schemes
- Participate in scheme owner committees and working groups
- Provide subject matter expertise to the Global Food Team, International Sales and Global Key Account Managers
- Develop product growth business plans for key countries and regions
- Coordinate with Marketing on product-specific materials
- Contribute to overall Food Assurance business objectives
- Report to the Global Food Certification Manager
Requirements
What you’ll need- Extensive knowledge and experience of the MSC/ASC Seafood Certification business and relevant regulations
- Ability to combine technical credibility with relationship management and commercial awareness
- Excellent understanding of food, aquaculture and quality systems in a certification and auditing context
- Background from a Certification Body is a must have
- Digital mindset with experience of compliance, food safety and regulatory intelligence platforms
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong team leadership and people management skills
- Business/commercial acumen to support go-to-market strategies
- Excellent verbal, presentation and technical writing skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build trusted relationships at all levels
- Attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively and work under pressure
- Ability to manage conflicting priorities across multiple countries or projects
- Fluent in English
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Experience with Copilot 365 and/or similar AI-powered productivity and decision-support tools
- Lead auditor level qualification in the specific product, including required food processing industry experience (desirable)
- Experience managing or working with remote teams (desirable)
- Extensive audit experience, including commercial proposal preparation and multi-site or Integrated Audit proposals (desirable)
- Experience maintaining accreditation against ISO 17065 (desirable)
- Work experience within a large multinational company and managing communication within a large network (desirable)
- Valid right to work in the candidate's country of residence
- CV submitted in English
Benefits
Comp & perks- Long-term employee development support
- Flexible schedule
- Hybrid/remote model
- SGS University and Campus for continuous learning options
- Multinational work environment with colleagues from multiple continents
- Benefits platform
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Professional growth and personal development opportunities